Castiglione D'Orcia

Medieval town Castiglione d'Orcia, Tuscany, Italy

What to expect

Castiglione d'Orcia is a charming village in Tuscany, known for its beautiful landscape and remarkable artistic works. The village's historical centre features the Piazza Vecchietta, dedicated to the artist Lorenzo di Pietro, and is home to the Palazzo del Comune and other medieval buildings. Visitors can explore the ancient church of Santa Maria Maddalena, a Romanesque stone building, and the church of Santi Stefano e Degna, the most important religious building in the village. The Sala d'Arte San Giovanni, a small museum, houses paintings by famous artists such as Simone Martini and Lorenzo di Pietro. The impressive Tentennano Fortress, built in the 13th century, towers over the village and offers a glimpse into the region's rich history

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Val D'Orcia with children, travel itinerary

Val D'Orcia with children, travel itinerary
This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the medieval town of Castiglione D'Orcia and saw its central square and narrow streets, as well as the Rocca D'Orcia and the Bagni di San Filippo natural hot springs

Highlights: We enjoyed the unique views and the natural hot springs, which were a great experience for the kids ✨